Case Study: Large Loss Response at Idaho Bus Barn & Community Food Bank
How Disaster Response Stabilized a Landslide-Affected Public Facility and Protected Critical Food Supplies Location: North-Central Idaho Property Type: Public facility / bus barn / community food bank Loss Type: Landslide, mud intrusion, flooding, rock and soil impact Affected Areas: Bus barn, food bank, offices, driver break room, mechanics area, IT/storage room, freezer area Response Time: […]
Hidden Mold Discovered During Home Sale
How a one-hour response saved a buyer from a costly mistake Project Snapshot: Location: McCall, Idaho Loss Type: Mold (from prior roof leak) Property: Residential – Under Contract Response Time: On-site within 1 hour Testing Turnaround: 48 hours Outcome: Prevented buyer from inheriting major mold issue The Situation: With just 7 days before closing, a […]
Major Water Loss at St. Luke’s Clinic
How Disaster Response Stabilized a 47-Room Medical Facility Overnight Project Snapshot: Location: McCall, Idaho Property: St. Luke’s Clinic (Commercial Healthcare Facility) Loss Type: Water Main Break Time of Loss: Sunday, 10:00PM (Holiday Weekend) Response Time: On-site within 90 minutes Scope: 47 rooms + lobby + hallways Equipment Used: 70+ pieces Mitigation Timeline: 3 weeks Outcome: […]
Celebrating Leadership: Jen Goe and EWI of Spokane
At Disaster Response, we’re honored to celebrate the achievements and community involvement of our employees, particularly those who embody our core values. This year, we’re proud to recognize Jen Goe, our Sales Director, as she steps into the role of President of the Executive Women International (EWI) Spokane Chapter for 2024-2025. Jen’s journey with EWI […]
Rebuilding Florida After Hurricane Helene and Milton
In the wake of two powerful hurricanes, Helene and Milton, Disaster Response has once again proven its commitment to emergency property restoration by sending its elite CAT (Catastrophe) Team to Florida. With a robust team of 16 highly skilled employees from Idaho and 200 team members hired from Florida to help, the company has been […]
How to Handle a Burst Water Pipe: 8 Steps to Minimize Water Damage
A burst water pipe can turn your day upside down in minutes, causing extensive damage to your home. Whether the flood is caused by frozen pipes, aging plumbing, or unexpected bursts, fast action is crucial to minimize damage. At Disaster Response, we specialize in handling water damage restoration for residential and commercial properties. Here’s a […]
Navigating Restoration Insurance Claims
Comprehensive Guide to Navigating Insurance Claims for Home Restoration When disaster strikes, homeowners often face the daunting task of navigating insurance claims. Understanding the intricacies of insurance coverage is crucial for a smoother recovery process, ensuring you get your life back on track sooner. This article explores the types of insurance coverage for common restoration […]
Disaster Response and Partners Unite to Fulfill Veteran’s Final Wish
As we near the end of 2023 and the holiday season, we share a heartwarming story of our Boise Disaster Response team fulfilling a Veteran’s final wish after he bravely battled Stage IV cancer. George Satter was an Army Veteran diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2019. He and his wife, Ginger […]
Building Disaster Kits with Care
When disaster strikes and property damage occurs, families often have little time to gather essential items before evacuating their homes. This is why our team at Disaster Response has curated and assembled Disaster Kits for families displaced from their homes after fire and/or water damage. The immediate aftermath of a family’s home being affected by fire or water damage can […]
Rebuilding Hope: Disaster Response in Montpelier and Barre, Vermont
The resilience of communities in the face of disaster is a testament to the human spirit. When catastrophe strikes, the journey of restoration can be long and arduous, but it is the collective effort of restoration teams like Team DR that helps rebuild communities. In July 2023, Team DR dispatched to Montpelier and Barre, Vermont, […]